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Job Title:

Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M)

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Based upon experience. Whether you're a seasoned Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M) ready for a fresh start or a newly certified O&M eager to jumpstart your career with the right guidance — this could be the right fit for you. At Nyman Associates, we provide the tools, guidance, and supportive environment you need to grow, feel connected, and make a lasting impact. Nyman Associates is a trusted educational services provider specializing in school-based and early intervention therapy services, serving students and communities across a growing multi-state footprint for over 40 years. We're seeking compassionate educators to support students with vision needs and/or blindness. Why join Nyman? As a well-established partner to many schools in the region, we offer: A variety of placement opportunities tailored to your interests, age group preferences, and schedule Support from dedicated Clinical Leads and Clinical Directors with firsthand experience as clinicians or educators Consistent support and professional development opportunities

Responsibilities:

Providing individualized instruction and support to students with blindness or visual impairments Assessing students' needs and developing appropriate learning materials and mobility plans Teaching orientation and mobility skills, including safe and independent travel techniques Adapting classroom and school environments to ensure accessibility for students Preparing students with visual impairments to travel independently and safely Performing evaluations focused on both long- and short-term mobility needs Developing instruction tailored to students' assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning level, and motivation Preparing and using specialized equipment and materials such as tactile maps, models, optical devices, pre-canes, and GPS devices Instructing students in recreational and leisure skills, outdoor travel, and use of residential and public transportation

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in teaching for the Visually Impaired and/or Orientation and Mobility PA Orientation and Mobility Specialist certificate

Benefits:

Employee (W2) Sick Time 401(k) Health, Vision, and Dental insurance choices Life insurance Referral bonuses Materials provided Nyman Associates Team members enjoy broad support, including: Opportunities for professional growth through a community of practice forums, including career advancement paths Dedicated and responsive support from clinical directors Continuing Education/Professional Development opportunities Mentorship Join the team that thrives on caring for students and playing an important role in their ongoing success.